Missing teeth affects appearance, can cause a change in bite, shifting of the teeth, risk for periodontal disease and a higher chance of tooth decay. Dental bridges have a price range from $1,000 to $3,000 per tooth. These dental bridges may last from 10 to 20 years. Invisalign Invisalign is a new orthodontic treatment system in straightening teeth using clear plastic molds (aligners). Sometimes, it requires shaving a part of the teeth to ensure a perfect fit. Another happy fact is that the cost of veneers can be significantly lower than the cost of braces or Invisalign. Moreover, you can enjoy the results of the procedure in just a few weeks after the last treatment. Tooth contouring Another inexpensive treatment in correcting crooked teeth is tooth contouring and reshaping. You may actually start with the preliminary procedures like extractions and putting in false teeth because these are procedures that will not affect your appearance but braces and retainers are different things. Check with your dentist first and discuss the procedures that need to be done on your teeth and then decide when you are going to do it. They will probably just need to do some minor cleaning and some whitening procedures to make their smiles whiter and brighter. They would probably not even need any work at all. Usually, people who go to cosmetic dentists require major work and reconstruction on their teeth. These are the people who have too many teeth or those with twisted teeth or gaps. Dental bonding is a natural tooth-colored composite used to fill over the damaged natural tooth to make it appear naturally smooth again. Bonding is also used to fill out teeth cracks, stains and hide chipped teeth. It is sculpted to fit the tooth perfectly while covering up the flaw. Direct bonding is regularly used as an alternative to more extensive smile makeover procedures like veneers and crowns. Crowns and veneers may break off and need replacements. The ceramist, lab technician and the materials chosen by your dentist also affect the longevity of your smile makeover. As one dentist-writer puts it, cosmetic dentistry is a self-esteem service . If the results fail to impress the patient, the treatment is a failure.